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Cheapest round-trip
$673
Typical prices: $672-$925
Delta
Thu 10/25Thu 11/1
DSM - ANC • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$337
Typical prices: $337-$466
United Airlines
Thu 12/6
DSM - ANC • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Des Moines and Anchorage. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
May
Cheapest • 20% price drop
July
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
Cheapest • Avg $708 (round-trip)
Minneapolis St Paul (MSP)
Shortest trip • 8h 35m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Des Moines to Anchorage (DSM-ANC)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Des Moines to Anchorage

Sun, Oct 25 - Sun, Nov 1
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10:57 am - 8:59 pmDSM  Des Moines-ANC Anchorage
13h 02m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
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10:09 pm - 10:11 amANC  Anchorage-DSM Des Moines
9h 02m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$673Delta
Sun, Oct 11 - Sun, Oct 18
United Airlines Logo
1:20 pm - 7:57 pmDSM  Des Moines-ANC Anchorage
9h 37m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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11:45 pm - 10:52 amANC  Anchorage-DSM Des Moines
8h 07m1 stop Denver Intl
$673United Airlines
Sun, Oct 25 - Sun, Nov 1
Delta Logo
10:57 am - 8:59 pmDSM  Des Moines-ANC Anchorage
13h 02m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
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4:05 pm - 10:11 amANC  Anchorage-DSM Des Moines
15h 06m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Minneapolis St Paul
$680Delta
Thu, Oct 15 - Fri, Oct 16
United Airlines Logo
11:27 am - 7:57 pmDSM  Des Moines-ANC Anchorage
11h 30m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
8:59 pm - 10:31 amANC  Anchorage-DSM Des Moines
10h 32m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$693United Airlines
Thu, Oct 15 - Thu, Oct 15
Delta Logo
10:57 am - 8:59 pmDSM  Des Moines-ANC Anchorage
13h 02m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
Delta Logo
1:40 am - 9:00 pmANC  Anchorage-DSM Des Moines
16h 20m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Minneapolis St Paul
$694Delta
Thu, Oct 15 - Thu, Oct 15
Delta Logo
10:57 am - 8:41 pmDSM  Des Moines-ANC Anchorage
12h 44m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Seattle/Tacoma Intl
Delta Logo
1:40 am - 9:00 pmANC  Anchorage-DSM Des Moines
16h 20m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Minneapolis St Paul
$699Delta
Sun, Oct 25 - Sat, Oct 31
Delta Logo
6:55 am - 3:09 pmDSM  Des Moines-ANC Anchorage
11h 14m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Seattle/Tacoma Intl
Delta Logo
1:40 am - 2:25 pmANC  Anchorage-DSM Des Moines
10h 45m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Minneapolis St Paul
$719Delta
Wed, Sep 30 - Tue, Oct 6
American Airlines Logo
10:35 am - 8:49 pmDSM  Des Moines-ANC Anchorage
13h 14m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
8:22 pm - 7:00 pmANC  Anchorage-DSM Des Moines
19h 38m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$721American Airlines
Mon, Sep 28 - Fri, Oct 2
United Airlines Logo
1:24 pm - 7:57 pmDSM  Des Moines-ANC Anchorage
9h 33m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
11:45 pm - 12:31 pmANC  Anchorage-DSM Des Moines
9h 46m1 stop Denver Intl
$741United Airlines
Sun, Oct 11 - Sun, Oct 18
United Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 10:43 pmDSM  Des Moines-ANC Anchorage
17h 43m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
11:45 pm - 12:31 pmANC  Anchorage-DSM Des Moines
9h 46m1 stop Denver Intl
$748United Airlines
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for Des Moines to Anchorage flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Des Moines to Anchorage with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Des Moines to Anchorage?

Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Anchorage start at $673. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $672 to $925. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $673 on Delta.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Des Moines to Anchorage?

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Des Moines to Anchorage, it is 19% cheaper than the average day. Friday is the most expensive day with flight prices 18% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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Key details for Des Moines to Anchorage flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$337
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 4% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Des Moines to Anchorage

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Des Moines to Anchorage based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Des Moines to Anchorage flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Des Moines to Anchorage?

    Flights from Des Moines to Anchorage usually depart from Des Moines (DSM) and arrive at Anchorage (ANC).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Des Moines to Anchorage?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Des Moines to Anchorage.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Des Moines to Anchorage pass through?

    One-stop flights from Des Moines to Anchorage most commonly connect through:

    • Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) - 53% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 31% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 6% of one-stop connections
    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 6% of one-stop connections

    Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Des Moines to Anchorage?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 32% on the Des Moines to Anchorage route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $662 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $972, a difference of $310. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What popular places can I visit in Anchorage?

    Some of the most popular sights in Anchorage are Alaska Railroad Depot, Anchorage Alaska Railroad Station and Dena'ina Civic and Convention Center. These are among the most viewed places in Anchorage on KAYAK.

  • How long is a flight from Des Moines to Anchorage?

    A nonstop flight from Des Moines to Anchorage takes 0h 00m, covering 2,668 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Des Moines to Anchorage?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • Have flight prices from Des Moines to Anchorage changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route varied from about $673 to $795. That means the highest observed fare was about 18% higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Des Moines to Anchorage looking right now?

    One-way fares from Des Moines to Anchorage are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $387, which is 10% below the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Des Moines to Anchorage?

    Flying via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 8h 35m, compared with 8h 35m via Denver Intl (DEN) and 11h 15m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

  • What is the time difference between Des Moines and Anchorage?

    Anchorage is 3 hours behind Des Moines (Alaska Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Anchorage Airport (ANC)?

    Anchorage Airport (ANC) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $33 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Budget
    • Avis
    • Alamo
    • NextCar
    • Thrifty

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Des Moines to Anchorage flight?

    Round-trip flights from Des Moines to Anchorage range from $672 to $925, with an average of $817 over the past 12 months. Anything below $672 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Des Moines to Anchorage flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $662 - about $310 less than Friday (32% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Des Moines to Anchorage trip for May. Fares historically average $652 round-trip in that month - typically $1,101 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Anchorage Airport.
    - Wyndham Garden Anchorage Airport
    - The Lakefront Anchorage
    - Alex Hotel and Suites Anchorage Airport

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